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Atricle Dump - Purchase Order Financing: A Tool to Finance Distributors and Wholesalers
When I'm traveling to someplace new, I like to get directions beforehand. Sure there's something to be said for the proverbial "scenic routes" and "roads less traveled," but, as Yogi Berra noted, "You've got to be very careful if you don't know where you're going, because you might not get there."A business plan serves a similar purpose. It's like MapQuest®, except that you choose both the destination and the route you want
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However, this can also present a very significant challenge. Distributors and wholesalers usually buy the products from suppliers in order to re-sell them. And, suppliers always require to be paid either upfront or with a letter of credit. Large distribution companies can usually get terms or a letter of credit without a problem, allowing them to buy the product from the supplier easily. However, this can present a very big challenge for small and mid sized businesses that cannot obtain financing. At its worst, you may not be able to fulfill the order, forcing the client to go to your competitor. The fact is that a big order can either be a blessing, if you have the financing, or a true nightmare if you don’t.
When faced with a very large order, most business owners try to go to the bank to obtain financing. If their business meets banking criteria, such as having three years of financial statements and showing significant profits, financing can be usually be obtained. But, if the business is new or has not reached profitability yet, there is little chance – if any – of obtaining any bank financing at all.
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However, this can also present a very significant challenge. Distributors and wholesalers usually buy the products from suppliers in order to re-sell them. And, suppliers always require to be paid either upfront or with a letter of credit. Large distribution companies can usually get terms or a letter of credit without a problem, allowing them to buy the product from the supplier easily. However, this can present a very big challenge for small and mid sized businesses that cannot obtain financing. At its worst, you may not be able to fulfill the order, forcing the client to go to your competitor. The fact is that a big order can either be a blessing, if you have the financing, or a true nightmare if you don’t.
When faced with a very large order, most business owners try to go to the bank to obtain financing. If their business meets banking criteria, such as having three years of financial statements and showing significant profits, financing can be usually be obtained. But, if the business is new or has not reached profitability yet, there is little chance – if any – of obtaining any bank financing at all.
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When faced with a very large order, most business owners try to go to the bank to obtain financing. If their business meets banking criteria, such as having three years of financial statements and showing significant profits, financing can be usually be obtained. But, if the business is new or has not reached profitability yet, there is little chance – if any – of obtaining any bank financing at all.
However, that doesn’t mean you have to turn
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When faced with a very large order, most business owners try to go to the bank to obtain financing. If their business meets banking criteria, such as having three years of financial statements and showing significant profits, financing can be usually be obtained. But, if the business is new or has not reached profitability yet, there is little chance – if any – of obtaining any bank financing at all.
However, that doesn’t mean you have to turn
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However, that doesn’t mean you have to turn your client away. It just means you need to try a different financing avenue.
Purchase order financing, a long standing financing tool in the trade industry, may be the right solution for you. It enables you to fulfill large orders from credit worthy clients by providing you with the financing you need to fulfill the sale. By providing you with the necessary financing and letters of credit, you can pay your suppliers and deliver the big order to your customer. In the end, you end up realizing significant profits and growing your company.
It is important to note that purchase order financing is not a bank loan and usually not offered by banks. However, it is easier to qualify for than many types of financing. It has two very simple requirements. First, the client placing the order must be credit worthy. Large companies and state and federal government entities usually work well. Second, your profit margins on the sale should be close to 30%. As opposed to a usual banking arrangement, the purchase order financing company makes its financing decision based on the credit and stability of the company paying for the order rather than on your credit. This is a big difference and enables small and mid sized distributors to easi
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